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2022 Holiday Gift Guide The best stocking stuffers to give this Christmas
By Leah Groth, Carolin Lehmann Updated on: October 24, 2022 / 1:57 PM / Essentials CBS Essentials is created independently from the CBS News staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Getty Images You may be thinking: Stocking stuffers already, even with Christmas still so far away? Long story short, yes. It's time to start your holiday 2022 shopping, if you haven't done so already. Beat the Christmas rush by shopping the top-rated and best stocking stuffers you can get online now. Top products in this article: Amazon gift card in a premium holiday gift box Buy Now on Amazon Funko Pop! Deluxe: Star Wars Duel of The Fates, $25 $25 at Amazon Santa's Natural Candles, $15 $15 at Amazon CBS News is already anticipating more supply-chain and shipping delays stemming from railway staffing shortages this holiday season. So, if you want to ensure you can get all the gifts on your list this Christmas, it's advisable to start shopping now. Traditionally, stocking stuffers need to check a few boxes. As the name suggests, stocking stuffers should be small enough to slip into a stocking. But stocking stuffers should also be a little more clever and fun than the average gift. Stocking stuffer gifts are typically inexpensive. But you can fill a stocking with something really nice, too, such as a new pair of Apple AirPods Pro 2. With that in mind, CBS Essentials curated a selection of small and inexpensive gifts that will spread the most joy on Christmas morning for the least amount of cash. Ahead, the best stocking stuffers to give kids and adults this year from Amazon, Best Buy and more. The best tech stocking stuffers
Want to slip something cool and trendy in someone's stocking? Check out these top-rated headphone and smartwatch picks from Apple and other popular tech brands. AirPods Pro 2
Apple The latest Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds offer 30 hours of listening time with the included charging case. They have an upgraded wireless chip for improved audio functionality, a new low distortion driver for clearer audio and improved active noise cancellation. The Apple AirPods Pro 2 provide truly custom sound: You can even use your iPhone's camera to analyze your unique ear anatomy and find the perfect audio settings for you. The design of the AirPods Pro 2 is fairly similar to the previous generation, but Apple has introduced touch control to the AirPods Pro 2 to help users more seamlessly control their AirPods. Apple AirPods Pro 2, $240 $240 at Amazon Apple AirPods Pro br
Apple Looking to save money this holiday season? You can save $80 on the older generation of the Apple AirPods Pro. Compared to older models, these AirPods fit active noise cancelation technology, water resistance and hearing health tracking in a more-compact, better-fitting design. They're also lauded for their great sound quality. Apple AirPods Pro, $169 (reduced from $249) $169 at Amazon Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose Bose products are known for their excellent sound quality, and the new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are no exception. They claim to offer the world's best active noise cancellation and have a new CustomTune technology that auto-adjusts music to your ears' liking. They also have an "aware mode" that pauses noise cancellation for when you need to hear your surroundings. If you disliked how bulky the original Bose QuietComfort Earbuds felt, there's good news: The QuietComfort Earbuds II are one-third smaller than their predecessor. They're water- and sweat-resistant, too, so you can wear them to the gym. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II offer six hours of battery life in a single charge, and come with a charging case that holds three additional charges (24 hours of battery life in total). Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, $299 $299 at Amazon $299 at Bose Apple Watch Series 8
Apple The Apple Watch Series 8, the latest addition to the Apple Watch lineup, features the new S8 chip for improved performance. It also includes an always-on display and new watch face options. The Apple Watch 8 has a larger battery than previous models: Battery life can be extended to 36 hours when in low-power mode. The Apple Watch 8 features a durable design and is swim-proof, dust-proof and crack-resistant. The Apple Watch 8 has a number of health-tracking features, including an optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor for ECG, blood oxygen sensor and a new body temperature sensor. The Apple Watch 8 is available in 41mm and 45mm sizing options. Shoppers can choose between stainless steel or aluminum casing and several different colors. The GPS model starts at $390, while the cellular model (with new international roaming capabilities) starts at $490. Apple Watch 8 (41mm), $390 $390 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8 (45mm), $420 $420 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8, GPS + Cellular (41mm), $490 $490 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8, GPS + Cellular (45mm), $490 (reduced from $529) $490 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation
Apple The Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, the most affordable Apple Watch option, includes core Apple Watch features, such as car crash detection, heart rate monitoring, fall detection and activity tracking. It makes a great gift for younger kids: The updated watch can be paired with a parent's iPhone but still operate independently for calling and texting. The new Apple Watch SE is 20% faster than the last generation, and the display is 30% larger than the prior model. Plus, the back case design now features 100% recycled aluminum. The Apple Watch SE starts at $249 for GPS and $299 for cellular (additional fees from your wireless carrier will apply). It's available for purchase on Amazon now. Apple Watch SE 2nd generation (40mm), $249 $249 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation (44mm), $270 $270 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, GPS + Cellular (40mm), $299 $299 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, GPS + Cellular (44mm), $320 $320 at Amazon The best stocking stuffers
Looking for a more traditional stocking stuffer? From gift cards to fun pairs of underwear, we've got you covered below. See all stocking stuffers at Amazon See all gifts at Uncommon Goods Amazon gift card
Amazon No matter their age, gender or personality, an Amazon gift card is a perfect addition to every Christmas stocking in the house. That way, everyone can buy what they want. Choose the amount you want to put on this gift card. Amazon gift card in a premium holiday gift box Buy Now on Amazon Now at Amazon, you can get a $10 bonus when you reload a gift card with $100 or more (first time customers only). Get your $10 bonus Santa s Naturals candles
Santa's Naturals/Amazon These responsibly sourced, non-toxic and natural holiday-themed candles will infuse the room with Christmas spirit for more than 30 hours. Choose from three scents. Santa's Natural Candles, $15 $15 at Amazon Poo-Pourri bathroom spray
Poo-Pourri/Amazon Filling stockings with light-hearted gifts can make Christmas morning much more fun. Poo-Pourri, a scented before-you-go spritz for the toilet, offers equal parts entertainment and functionality. Poo-Pourri bathroom spray, $10 $10 at Amazon Beekman 1802 goat milk hand creams
Beekman 1802/Amazon The Beekman 1802 goat milk hand cream moisturizes hands, leaving them soft and smelling fresh. Find scents like honeyed grapefruit, lavender and honey and orange blossom. Beekman 1802 goat milk hand creams, $15 $15 at Beekman 1802 Kellogg s cereal boxer shorts
Walmart Do you have a tradition of putting socks, underwear and other basics in stockings every year? Check out this three-pack of fun boxer short prints by Swag, which includes a pair of Fruit Loops boxer shorts, Frosted Flakes boxer shorts and Honey Smacks boxer shorts. Kellogg s cereal boxer shorts (3 pack), $30 and up $30 and up at Walmart Funko Pop Deluxe Star Wars Duel of The Fates
Amazon This Amazon-exclusive Duel of the Fates Qui-Gon Jinn bobblehead is one of three collectibles from "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace." Combine all three bobbleheads to create a cohesive shelf display that sets the scene. Funko Pop! Deluxe: Star Wars Duel of The Fates, $25 $25 at Amazon Tag Your Bags protective handbag covers
Tag Your Bags If an expensive handbag is under the tree this year, think of Tag Your Bags protective covers as your insurance policy. Each box comes with 10 individual, waterproof covers that can protect purses, backpacks and laptop bags from spillage, germs, mud, sweat and other undesirables. Tag Your Bags, $19 $19 at Tag Your Bags Stojo collapsible reusable coffee cup
Stojo/Amazon Stojo silicone coffee cups collapse, accordion-style, to fit anywhere -- including a Christmas stocking. This environmentally friendly cup (with a reusable straw) makes a great gift for coffee lovers. Stojo collapsible silicone travel cup with straw, 16 oz., $20 $20 at Amazon UNO Jurassic World Dominion card game
Amazon Pop this classic UNO card game in their stocking. It has themes inspired by "Jurassic World: Dominion" on it, and you can play with two to 10 friends. This item is featured on Amazon's 2022 Toys We Love list, a collection of what the retailer predicts will be the hottest gifts this holiday season. UNO Jurassic World Dominion card game, $11 $11 at Amazon Wikki Stix
Wikki Stix/Amazon Bendable, twistable and sticky Wikki Stix are made out of yarn that's covered with food-grade, non-toxic wax. The brightly hued sticks twist together to create art, games and more, making them a great gift for preschoolers. Wikki Stix (72 count) plus activity book, $16 (reduced from $22) $16 at Amazon Spongellé holiday star ornaments
Spongelle This holiday-themed body wash-infused sponge is an inexpensive self-care indulgence. Plus, it comes packaged as a Christmas ornament, so it belongs on your Christmas tree as much as it belongs in a stocking. Spongellé holiday star ornaments, $14 $14 at Spongelle Roku Express HD streaming media player
Roku/Best Buy The stocking-stuffer-sized Roku Express Streaming Stick is a small but mighty piece of technology that can majorly up the TV-watching experience. Roku Express HD streaming media player, $30 $30 at Amazon $30 at Best Buy Related content from CBS Essentials
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